Welcome Aviation Technology and Technology and Engineering Education
Logan - The Utah State Board of Trustees approved an administrative restructuring on Jan. 7, 2012 that will move the aviation technology program and engineering technology education program into the School of Applied Sciences, Technology and Education, which is housed in the College of Agriculture.
”This restructuring brings a wonderful group of faculty, staff and students into ASTE”, says Noelle Cockett, dean of the College of Agriculture. “I’m absolutely thrilled with the expanded degree offerings now available in the school. I anticipate great things happening with all the synergies that will be created.”
Three degree programs in engineering technology education will continue to be offered at USU within the School of Applied Sciences, Technology and Education. To better align with state and national perspective, the name of the Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees will be changed to Technology and Engineering Education (TEE). The programs prepare individuals to teach technology and engineering in middle and high school settings.
The transition also brings an emphasis area in engineering and technology education from the interdepartmental doctorate program in curriculum and instruction.
Gary Stewardson, associate professor of technology and engineering education, is hopeful that the restructuring will grow the TEE program through increased enrollment.
“I am excited for the opportunity to share faculty and resources with the other teacher education programs in the College of Agriculture,” Stewardson said. “There are a great deal of similarities in the laboratory and instructional experiences that we provide our students.”
The aviation technology program at USU includes two Bachelor of Science degrees in professional pilot and maintenance management.
Professional pilot graduates receive all Federal Aviation Administration certifications and are trained to be commercial pilots. Students are trained in Diamond Aircraft with glass cockpits and the latest instrument and navigation technology. USU’s Regional Jet Flight Simulator gives students hands-on experience in flying a commercial airliner. The program also includes a 9-week private pilot summer program for those who seek to jump-start their career goal before the semester starts.
Employment opportunities for graduates in maintenance management include positions with major airlines as maintenance technicians, maintenance supervisors, fixed-base operators, maintenance directors, repair station managers, FAA inspectors, aircraft and component manufacturers, and aerospace manufacturers. Degree completion in this program prepares graduates for all FAA required licensing evaluations.
Larry Hemingway, acting director and professor of aviation technology, also looks forward to the new relationship with the College of Agriculture.
“The aviation technology program prides itself in applying cutting-edge technology with exceptional training and team-based education to produce the best quality pilots and technicians needed by the industry,” Hemingway said. “Our hands-on education directly relates to the goals of the College of Agriculture and School of Applied Sciences, Technology and Education.”
For more information contact Bruce Miller at 435-797-2232.